Security Guard
Jewish Home
Job Details Description Pay Rate: $16.23 plus shift differentials FT 40 hours Monday-Friday 11pm-7am GENERAL SCOPE: Maintains the security of the building and meets the safety needs of the residents. Performs scheduled light maintenance and housekeeping as directed by the Summit Facility Services Manager. Education / Qualification High school graduate or equivalent. Successful completion of the Security Guard Act 8, 16 hour training class and Annual 8 hour certificate by an accredited school. This may be supplemented by security training in a police academy or recognized security instruction through the military or civilian training. Must have a current NYS certificate in compliance with Security Guard Act.Must have a current, valid NYS driver’s license. Essential Functions Conducts walking rounds of the interior and exterior of the Summit buildings to insure building safety, remaining alert and observant for hazards or security breaches.Investigates and reports all fire hazards and unsafe conditions.Responds promptly to all emergency situations. If needed, conducts investigations and submits written reports.Assists residents, visitors and staff.Monitors the security cameras located at the Concierge station.Maintains a written log sheet of all activities and submits it at the end of each shift.Coordinates and controls activities at all emergencies until the arrival of competent authority.Becomes proficient at the operation of the main telephone switchboard and any other system(s).Conducts fire safety inspections, fire extinguisher inspections, fire safety equipment checks.Performs duties in accordance with Summit policy.Acts in a professional manner at all times and treats others with respect.Maintains confidentiality of all residents and facility information.Answers all incoming phone calls and responds accordingly.Locks and unlocks designated areas.Maintains a written log sheet of all activity in the Concierge Communication Book.Monitors the Lifeline System at the Concierge Desk. When away from the desk carries the pager, a 2 way radio and cell phone which is turned on at all times.Provides responding fire, police and ambulance personnel with professional assistance and accurate information.Provides escort service to vehicles as needed.Follows all prescribe OSHA safety regulations relating to this position.Shoveling/salting of sidewalks.All other job duties as assigned. EXPERIENCE: One (1) year of security experience in health care or related field helpful. Experience with MS Office and MS Outlook preferred. This description is not meant to be an all-inclusive list of duties and responsibilities, but constitutes a general definition of position scope. Jewish Home is committed to equal employment opportunity. We will not discriminate against employees or applicants for employment on any legally-recognized basis [“protected class”] including, but not limited to: veteran status, uniform service member status, race, color, religion, sex, sexual identity, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information or any other protected class under federal, state, or local law.
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Description
Pay Rate: $16.23 plus shift differentials
FT 40 hours Monday-Friday 11pm-7am
GENERAL SCOPE: Maintains the security of the building and meets the safety needs of the residents. Performs scheduled light maintenance and housekeeping as directed by the Summit Facility Services Manager.
Education / Qualification
High school graduate or equivalent. Successful completion of the Security Guard Act 8, 16 hour training class and Annual 8 hour certificate by an accredited school. This may be supplemented by security training in a police academy or recognized security instruction through the military or civilian training. Must have a current NYS certificate in compliance with Security Guard Act.Must have a current, valid NYS driver’s license.
Essential Functions
Conducts walking rounds of the interior and exterior of the Summit buildings to insure building safety, remaining alert and observant for hazards or security breaches.Investigates and reports all fire hazards and unsafe conditions.Responds promptly to all emergency situations. If needed, conducts investigations and submits written reports.Assists residents, visitors and staff.Monitors the security cameras located at the Concierge station.Maintains a written log sheet of all activities and submits it at the end of each shift.Coordinates and controls activities at all emergencies until the arrival of competent authority.Becomes proficient at the operation of the main telephone switchboard and any other system(s).Conducts fire safety inspections, fire extinguisher inspections, fire safety equipment checks.Performs duties in accordance with Summit policy.Acts in a professional manner at all times and treats others with respect.Maintains confidentiality of all residents and facility information.Answers all incoming phone calls and responds accordingly.Locks and unlocks designated areas.Maintains a written log sheet of all activity in the Concierge Communication Book.Monitors the Lifeline System at the Concierge Desk. When away from the desk carries the pager, a 2 way radio and cell phone which is turned on at all times.Provides responding fire, police and ambulance personnel with professional assistance and accurate information.Provides escort service to vehicles as needed.Follows all prescribe OSHA safety regulations relating to this position.Shoveling/salting of sidewalks.All other job duties as assigned.
EXPERIENCE: One (1) year of security experience in health care or related field helpful. Experience with MS Office and MS Outlook preferred.
This description is not meant to be an all-inclusive list of duties and responsibilities, but constitutes a general definition of position scope.
Jewish Home is committed to equal employment opportunity. We will not discriminate against employees or applicants for employment on any legally-recognized basis [“protected class”] including, but not limited to: veteran status, uniform service member status, race, color, religion, sex, sexual identity, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information or any other protected class under federal, state, or local law.
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